Felt Hand Puppet British Shorthair Grey Cat

The British Shorthair Grey Cat Hand Puppet is a beautifully handmade, lifelike companion for imaginative storytelling and interactive play. Crafted from ethically sourced 100% New Zealand wool, this soft grey puppet captures the rounded features and calm charm of the iconic British Shorthair breed. Its detailed design, including gentle facial features and plush form, invites children to create their own feline adventures. With smooth, unrestricted movement in both the head and front paws, this puppet is easy for little hands to animate, making it ideal for classroom storytelling, role-play scenarios, or comforting emotional expression.

Safe for both children and pets, the wool is coloured with azo-free dyes, ensuring a non-toxic, tactile experience. Whether used in solo play or collaborative puppet theatre, the British Shorthair puppet offers an engaging way to develop social, emotional, and communication skills while sparking creativity and confidence.

Educational Benefits:

• Encourages expressive language and storytelling skills
• Builds empathy and social-emotional awareness through character play
• Enhances fine motor control with hand and finger manipulation
• Supports creativity and confidence through performance-based play

Classroom & Play Ideas:

• Introduce as a œclassroom pet for group discussions or circle time routines
• Pair with a storybook about cats for interactive reading
• Use in role-play scenarios exploring feelings, friendship, or routines
• Encourage children to create and perform their own puppet shows

Product Details:

• Height: 40 cm
• Width: 25 cm
• Material: Ethically hand-felted from 100% New Zealand wool
• Dye: Coloured with azo-free, child- and pet-safe dyes